Temp Natural Resource & Enviro

Work with the Geological Survey's public fossil dig program to discover, document and collect fossils found in North Dakota.Return them to the North Dakota State Fossil Collection for curation and use in public exhibits and research.

Duties and Tasks

Supervise participants on the public Fossil Digs to ensure proper techniques are used to recover fossils.Answer questions from participants about geology and paleontology in North Dakota.Ensure consumable supplies are restocked each field day.

Minimum Qualifications

Geology or Biology (Both are typical fields for students studying Paleontology)As a reminder, the eligibility requirements for Internship Funding are as follows:Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical program in the United States.Must be a current full-time student, as defined by that school, in the semester or quarter in which they apply for an internship.Must be working in an internship that aligns with the student's academic major or career goals.Must be at least of sophomore standing by the beginning of the internship (or must have completed the first year of a conventional/technical program by the beginning of the internship).Must have a cumulative Grade Point Average of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.Must have a submitted unofficial transcript to verify they meet the eligibility requirements.

About Team ND

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Application Procedures

Submit the online application (including resume with course work and three employment or educational references, as one PDF file). Applications will only be accepted online through the ND PeopleSoft System.* State of ND employees should access the announcement and application by signing into their ND PeopleSoft account at: https://www.cnd.nd.gov/psp/strp/?cmd=login&languageCd=ENG&, clicking on "my Career," and selecting "Careers" in the drop-down menu.* Applicants who are not employees of the State of North Dakota can access the announcement and application by visiting: https://www.cnd.nd.gov/psc/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=11000* Application materials must be received at the ND Department of Mineral Resources by 11:59 p.m. Central Time on the closing date.* Applicants who are residents of North Dakota and eligible to claim veteran's preference must include a clear copy of DD Form 214.* Claims for disabled veteran's preference must also include a current statement of disabled status from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.* Contact Jeanette Bean, Human Resources at 701-328-7608 for more information or assistance in the application or interview process.* ND Relay Number 1-800-366-6888

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.